HR Manager - CIS Payments

Henley Chase; Knebworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A subcontracting company in Knebworth is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee HR operations including recruitment, payroll, and compliance with CIS payment requirements. Candidates should have strong HR management experience within the construction sector and proficient knowledge of UK employment law. This role is critical in supporting site teams and ensuring efficient HR processes.

Qualifications

• Experience within the construction or subcontracting sector is preferred.
• Knowledge of health & safety processes relevant to HR is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR functions including recruitment and performance management.
• Administer CIS payments and ensure compliance with HMRC.
• Process payroll for employees and subcontractors accurately.
• Maintain HR records and compliance documentation.
• Act as first point of contact for HR queries.
• Support management in workforce planning and compliance.
• Manage disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Assist with health & safety compliance from an HR perspective.

Skills

Proven experience as an HR Manager or HR Officer

Strong knowledge of CIS payment administration

Experience managing payroll processes

Understanding of UK employment law

Strong organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in HR software

Education

CIPD qualification or working towards it

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

HR Manager (Subcontractor - CIS Payment Experience)

The HR Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of human resources within the subcontracting business, with particular focus on ensuring compliance with employment law, Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requirements, and workforce management. This role involves overseeing payroll processes, maintaining HR policies, managing recruitment, and supporting site teams with employee and subcontractor matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and training.
• Administer CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) payments, ensuring accurate deductions, compliance with HMRC requirements, and timely reporting.
• Process payroll for both employees and subcontractors, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Maintain HR records, contracts, and compliance documentation.
• Act as the first point of contact for HR and payroll queries from site operatives and management.
• Support management in workforce planning, subcontractor agreements, and employment legislation compliance.
• Ensure company policies are up to date and aligned with employment law and industry standards.
• Manage disciplinary, grievance, and absence management processes.
• Assist with health & safety compliance from an HR perspective (inductions, training records, etc.).
• Provide regular HR and payroll reports to senior management.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or HR Officer within the construction or subcontracting sector.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with CIS payment administration.
• Experience managing payroll processes for employees and subcontractors.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the business.
• Proficiency in HR software, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable

• CIPD qualification or working towards it.
• Previous experience within a subcontractor or construction environment.
• Knowledge of health & safety processes relevant to HR